Episode 153 - Insights on Parenting in a High-Tech Age

In this Insights episode of Outside of Sunday, Laura and I reflect on Part 2 of my recent conversation with Kristen from Defend Young Minds, unpacking the things that lingered with us afterwards. We talk honestly about the growing use of AI, the question of whether our kids’ faces belong on public social media, and how much technology is actually helpful in family life.

We also spend time discussing shame, guilt, and godly sorrow — why shame can fuel secrecy and addiction, and how, as parents, we can respond with patience, self-control, and grace even when we get it wrong. With personal stories, practical reflections, and a biblical lens, this episode is an invitation to be intentional, hopeful, and wise as we raise children in a rapidly changing digital world.

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0:00 - Coming up
0:53 – Welcome and initial reactions to part 2
1:15 – My initial reaction: surprised predators are using AI
2:34 – Should we have our kids’ faces on public social media?
5:45 – Shame and guilt fueling addiction
6:16 – Colour filters and blue light
8:25 – Is shame ever appropriate?
9:18 – We want our kids to experience godly sorrow
10:15 – We don’t need to stay in shame or guilt
11:13 – Times our children have confessed wrongdoing
14:53 – If you have reacted with anger and shaming, with God’s help you can walk in patience and self-control
20:32 – We can curate the level of technology in our homes
26:20 – TV show stimulation now vs then
28:00 – Low-tech options for family life